How To Get The Advantage When Buying In A Sellers Market

How To Get The Advantage When Buying In A Sellers Market

In many markets across the country, the number of buyers searching for their dream homesgreatly outnumbersthe amount of homes for sale. This has led to a competitive marketplace where buyers often need to stand out. One way to show you are serious about buying your dream home is to get pre-qualified or pre-approved for a mortgage before starting your search.

Even if you are in a market that is not as competitive, knowing your budget will give you the confidence of knowing if your dream home is within your reach.

Freddie Mac lays out the advantages of pre-approval in the My Home section of their website:

“It’s highly recommended that you work with your lender to get pre-approved before you begin house hunting. Pre-approval will tell you how much home you can afford and can help you move faster, and with greater confidence, in competitive markets.”

One of the many advantages of working with a local real estate professional is that many have relationships with lenders who will be able to help you with this process. Once you have selected a lender, you will need to fill out their loan application and provide them with important information regarding “your credit, debt, work history, down payment and residential history.”

Freddie Mac describes the 4 Cs that help determine the amount you will be qualified to borrow:

Capacity:Your current and future ability to make your payments

Capital or cash reserves:The money, savings and investments you have that can be sold quickly for cash

Collateral:The home, or type of home, that you would like to purchase

Credit:Your history of paying bills and other debts on time

Getting pre-approved is one of many steps that will show home sellers that you are serious about buying, and it often helps speed up the process once your offer has been accepted.

Bottom Line

Many potential home buyers overestimate the down payment and credit scores needed to qualify for a mortgage today. If you are ready and willing to buy, you may be pleasantly surprised at your ability to do so as well.

About The Boulevard Company

Working full-time in real estate allows Jerod to be accessible night or day for his clients. Both buyers and sellers have an acute appreciation for the time, energy, and complex marketing strategies he provides through an extensive network of personal contacts, media outlets, and dedicated professional marketing department. His strenuous work ethic and aggressive negotiating strategies are unparalleled. Holding a Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance & Economics with combined work experience in the investment banking industry, Jerod helps his clients accomplish their personal goals as well as financial expectations in real estate. Jerod takes great pride in his work and has a genuine interest in helping people. Whether you are buying your first home, purchasing a second home closer to the beach, investing in numerous income properties, or getting ready to sell the home of your dreams, he excels at assisting clients with goal setting, analyzing the data, and educating you to make the most informed decision possible.

-My business oriented background combined with a superior client focused level of service will undoubtedly help you achieve your dreams in the real estate market.
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